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Sunday March 17, 2013 9:01 AM

More look for work, so jobless rate goes up

Central Ohio’s jobless rate rose in January as work at warehouses, restaurants, retailers and
other companies wound down after the holidays. Part of the increase in the jobless rate was because
more people were looking for jobs, viewed as a sign that the job market is getting better.

‘Panic buying’ leads to ammunition shortages

Gun-shop owners in central Ohio and across the nation are having a difficult time keeping their
shelves stocked with ammunition. One owner said the biggest push in sales is coming from “panic
buying” because gun owners are fearful of potential government legislation, causing demand to
outstrip supply.

Five-star rating a first for Huntington Bank

Huntington Bancshares received a five-star rating for the first time from Bauer Financial, a
research firm that gauges the financial strength of the nation’s banks. Bauer said the higher score
for Huntington reflects the bank’s improved profits and capital levels. Cleveland-based Key Bank
and Cincinnati-based Fifth Third Bank also received five-star ratings.